Operations
Operations
Co-op Aid Included in Coronavirus Relief Bill
The Department of Agriculture has also eased RUS loan requirements for co-ops.
Safety
Oregon Co-op Helps Bring Virtual Reality Training to First Responders
In Oregon, virtual reality technology will provide realistic training for first responders.
Vegetation Management and Rights of Way
The Snail Lady: A Florida Keys Co-op Works to Save a Vital Species
With predator worm lurking, Florida co-op hopes its conservation of protected tree snails pays off
Safety
Alaska Co-op Battles Wildfire and Helps Members With Recovery
Wildfire causes power outages for hundreds and damage to co-op lines.
Endangered Species/Wildlife Management
Electric Co-ops Applaud Endangered Species Act Modernization Efforts
NRECA CEO Jim Matheson issued the following statement on the Endangered Species Act (ESA) rulemaki
Safety
Severe Flooding Disrupts Electricity in Arkansas River Valley
With historic flooding in several states, co-ops are working to serve affected communities.
Endangered Species/Wildlife Management
Along Those Lines, Episode 8: Saving the Monarch Butterfly
Learn about the challenges facing the monarch and the steps co-ops are taking to save this species
Safety
Along Those Lines, Episode 7: Keeping Line Crews Safe
A co-op safety director shares the harrowing story of an accident early in his lineworker career.
Vegetation Management and Rights of Way
Matheson: New Infrastructure Executive Order Paves Way for Enhanced Reliability, Reduced Wildfire Risk
“Today’s announcement paves the way for electric co-ops to enhance system reliability and redu